Our Boise Heart Care Clinic proudly cares for patients over the age of 55 diagnosed with conditions including coronary artery disease, hypertension, irregular heart rhythms, or congestive heart failure. Our clinic includes Electrophysiology, Echocardiogram, treadmill and nuclear stress tests, and lab services.
The Structural Heart Coordinator for the Saint Alphonsus Structural Heart program is a registered nurse independently accountable for the effective management and coordination of care of patients primarily being evaluated for structural heart procedures. The Structural Heart Coordinator will partner with the interventional cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgical team, and clinical staff of multiple departments, both inpatient and outpatient within Saint Alphonsus and external local and regional healthcare facilities to coordinate the care of cardiovascular patients who are being evaluated and selected for structural heart procedures through their pre and post-procedure care.
About This Position:
Collaborates with and facilitate patient focus to promote heart failure optimal outcomes with close collaboration with entire care team.
Performs daily rounds in the hospital and/or chart reviews to verify patient needs and additional resources or additional involvement with the multidisciplinary team while preparing and transitioning patient for the next level of care. Ensures compliance with the core heart failure measures and other evidence based criteria with provider support.
General Requirements:
2 years of experience in cardiology required
Education:
An associate or bachelor's degree from a nursing program accredited by ACEN or CCNE
License/Certification:
Must have an RN license in the state of Idaho issued prior to hire date.
Must provide licensure or proof of application in the State of Oregon within six months of starting
Basic Life Support for Healthcare providers certification from either AHA, ARC or the Military Training Network is required at hire
Must obtain ACLS within 6 months
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
Provides care coordination to patients who have valvular heart disease. The coordinator requires advanced nursing knowledge and skills to ensure patient safety and optimal clinical outcomes.
Partners with Radiology, Non-Invasive Cardiology Lab, Invasive Cardiovascular Lab, outpatient clinic and inpatient units at St. Alphonsus Health Systems to systematically and continuously collect and access data (in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team) to provide therapeutic care of the patient and family.
Participates in research studies, maintains registry data on a daily basis and provides informational communication to the multidisciplinary team.
Maintains an in-depth database by assessing the behavioral and physiologic status of the patient utilizing interview, observation, physical examination, and other available data. Ensures accurate and timely entry of data.
HIGHLIGHTS AND BENEFITS:
When Saint Alphonsus takes care of you, you can take better care of our patients. We foster personal and professional growth and offer opportunities that empower our colleagues to develop their careers. Our belief in work-life balance compliments the natural beauty, diverse landscapes, and outdoor recreation lifestyle that is unique to Idaho and Oregon.
We offer market-competitive pay, generous PTO, and multiple options for comprehensive benefits that begin on day one.
Benefits for your future include retirement planning and matching, college savings plans for your family, and multiple life insurance plans that can change as your needs develop.
We are proud to offer Employee Assistance Programs, tuition reimbursement, and educational opportunities to help you learn and grow.
Visit www.saintalphonsus.org/careers to learn more!
MINISTRY/FACILITY INFORMATION:
Saint Alphonsus Health System is a faith-based ministry and not-for-profit health system serving Idaho, Oregon, and northern Nevada communities. The health system boasts 4 hospitals, 609 licensed beds, and 73 clinic locations. Through innovative technologies, compassionate staff, and healing environments, Saint Alphonsus' goal is to improve the health and well-being of people by emphasizing care that is patient-centered, physician-led, innovative, and community-based.
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Trinity Health is one of the largest not-for-profit, Catholic healthcare systems in the nation. Built on the foundation of our Mission and Core Values, we integrate diversity, equity, and inclusion in all that we do. Our colleagues have different lived experiences, customs, abilities, and talents. Together, we become our best selves. A diverse and inclusive workforce provides the most accessible and equitable care for those we serve. Trinity Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other status protected by law.